Tricks To Get Top Dollar From Your Yard Sale

Take Other Types of Payments

It’s tough to be good ole cash, but you can make many more sales if you’re set up to take virtual payments. To expand your payment-receiving possibilities, make free accounts from the following:

• AppleCash
• Google Pay
• PayPal
• Venmo

Since not many people like to carry around cash anymore, making that simple move could help your yard sale’s profitability skyrocket.

Include Urgency

Most people know that it’s incredibly easy to sell your stuff online, thanks to the Internet and sites like Craigslist and eBay. You can use this to your advantage to create some urgency and let shoppers know that they could miss out if they don’t buy now.

A sign that says, “Going on Craigslist at 5 pm,” for example, could trigger people to buy the second they see it.

Increase Value Through Keywords

You probably don’t want to sell your possessions at basement prices. To get the best prices, use keywords to boost their value.

For example, “vintage” and “antique” can describe items that have some wear and tear. “Rare collectibles” can help you sell old albums, movies, books, and toys at higher prices. If you’re selling electronics, brand-name clothes, or other high-end items, listing them as “designer” or “luxury” can help you snag some extra cash. And lastly, if you want the best buyers to show up, say that you’re having a “moving” or “estate” sale in your ad.

Entice Visitors With Freebies

A giveaway box can get people to show up and look around. In that box, put some trinkets, toys, and other low-cost items that you don’t mind giving away for free.

Make Them Stop With Red

Do you have a mailbox? Tie some bright red balloons to it. And for any other surfaces like tables, put red sheets and red trimmings too.

What’s so special about red? Studies show it triggers people to stop. It’s also a rich, vibrant color that can add value to whatever you’re showcasing, so much so that you can add an extra 10 percent to the price and get away with it.

List the Retail Price

Deal hunters love yard sales because they can get discounts on expensive items that can’t be beaten. If you’re selling a TV or other electronics, list the retail price next to your sale price. That massive contrast will make those deal hunters want to buy before it’s too late.

Get Personal

Fascinating histories or personal stories that add life to an item can help you sell them at a much higher price. So, if you have something that has a cool story or it’s somehow linked to a celebrity, be sure to advertise that to make more money.

Don’t Wait Until the Last Minute

The more time you give visitors to include your yard sale in their plans, the better. Since most weekends are filled with parties, going to the movies, etc., post your yard sale ad several days before so visitors can squeeze you in.